Almost 30

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We are SO excited to welcome Anjelah Johnson-Reyes onto the show today!! She is an actress + comedian, and was a cast member on the seriesMADtvduring its 13th season! Anjelah’sMADtvcharacters included a Vietnamese nail salon employee named Mi Ling/Tammy and a fast food employee, the famous Bon Qui Qui! On today’s episode we talk all about her life’s journey — how her career began (hint: FREE church joke-writing class!?), overcoming obstacles, navigating relationships, growing spiritually and personally, building a career in LA + more!!

We discuss...

Anjelah’s beautiful marriage and partnership with husband, Manwell.

How Anjelah unexpectedly began her comedic career in a FREE church joke-writing class.

Learning to be famous after her very first video went VIRAL.

Her belief that this career path in comedy is a gift and that joy is medicine for all who are hurting.

Anjelah’s upbringing and how she navigated the residual hardship and trauma in her teen years.

How attending a church camp and delving into her Christian faith changed her life forever.

Anjelah’s journey from San Jose, CA to Oakland, CA to become an NFL cheerleader for the Oakland Raiders.

How Anjelah became an extra onFriendsfor seasons 9 + 10, and all that she took with her from those 2 years of growth and on-the-job education

Finding the energy and inspiration to both create your art and get closer to God spiritually, even amidst ‘downtime’ and hardship.

Changing your perspective + mindset to embody the principle, “It’s not about me.”

Today’s guest, Dr. Perry Solomon, is the Chief Medical Officer atHelloMD, the leading digital platform for the cannabis industry. HelloMD’s tagline is, “Nourish your mind, body and soul by learning and sharing in the largest medical cannabis community.” Joining the HelloMD community gives you access to medical professionals, cannabis experts, educational materials, and cannabis products by HelloMD partners. Say no more! You’re listening to Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Perry Solomon, where we continued our conversation of the medicinal efficacy of cannabis and CBD products.

Today’s guest, Dr. Perry Solomon, is the Chief Medical Officer atHelloMD, the leading digital platform for the cannabis industry. HelloMD’s tagline is, “Nourish your mind, body and soul by learning and sharing in the largest medical cannabis community.” Joining the HelloMD community gives you access to medical professionals, cannabis experts, educational materials, and cannabis products by HelloMD partners. Say no more! In Part 1 of our episode with Dr. Solomon, we dig in deep to explore the many uses for cannabis. We’ll continue this in Part 2, to be released later this week.

We discussed...

Dr. Solomon’s early career as a board certified anaesthesiologist (20+ years), followed by his consulting work with medical device companies and medical startups

The details surrounding Dr. Solomon’s career pivot in March 2015 when he joined HelloMD as the Chief Medical Officer

Doctors, generally, being unfamiliar with cannabis and the science behind it due to the stigmatization of the drug

How cannabis is a trial and error compound which everyone reacts differently to and, thus, ought to identify a personalized ideal ratio

That in most industrialized countries, cannabis is still illegal

Why people were tricked into believing that cannabis is harmful to their health

How there is only 1 medical school out of 144 that teaches a course in the endocannabinoid system

The overprescription and proper prescription of opioids, and where cannabis fits into the picture

Cannabis as a remedy for pain and as a “health and wellness” supplement

Today on Almost 30, we are overjoyed and seriously honored to welcome Millana Snow, an incredibly wise Reiki Healer, Speaker, + Entrepreneur. A model and actor for over 12 years, Millana is now a meditation teacher and Founder of Serene Social + the newWellnessOfficial.co. She aims to connect with, empower, and support others as they heal themselves by expanding their consciousness in their everyday lives. In this episode, Millana’s insight on practicing and benefitting from reiki, the physical benefits of energy healing, and understanding our chakras is invaluable.

We discuss…

Krista’s emotional reiki session with Millana

Causes of energetic depletion and ways to fill up your energy container

It was such a joy + a pleasure to interview Lauren Schulte, theCEO + Founder of The FLEX Company.Wetotallywent there in today’s episode!From how to insert the disc, to experiencing painful vaginal infections, and even chatting about the way partners (without vaginas) say they feel about supporting women through PMS symptoms - we covered it all!

Lauren shares with us how she suffered in silence with intense period pain and subsequent infections. When Lauren’s doctor informed her that tampon usage could be culpable for her chronic issues, she quit using them immediately and tried more than 30 alternative feminine hygiene products from all over the world (including the menstrual cup).

Already a successful businesswoman herself, Lauren ditched her career in Silicon Valley to meet a HUGE need in the female healthcare market. Lauren decided it was time to invest appropriate resources into creating a solution to the period woes women all around the world could identify with. A perfect storm of personal experience and business + marketing smarts, Lauren’s initiative has changed the menstruation game with thebestalternative to using tampons!

We discuss…

FLEX- A new period product called a “menstrual disc.” Tampons and menstrual cups, by design, “plug up” the vagina (causing cramping + bloating), while menstrual discs are meant to sit higher up, much like a diaphragm

HowFLEXcan be left in for 12 hours AND you can have sex while it’s inserted - no infections or cramps!

The way tampons absorb all bacteria, including the GOOD bacteria, and can often lead to an imbalance (+ subsequent vaginal infections)

Lauren’s transition from a career in Silicon Valley to becoming the Founder + CEO of a start-up (which included taking big risks + pitching to many male investors)

Addressing challenging relationship dynamics in the workplace through open and honest conversations (Lindsey + Krista also chime in on their experiences working together on Almost 30 Podcast)

How to give feedback well (Hint - ALWAYS lead with inquiry)

Men who feel afraid and embarrassed about not knowing how to help their girlfriends through intrusive PMS symptoms

Being a leader - a people and performance manager - as the Founder + CEO and, thereafter, shaping the workplace culture

Lauren’s TEDx talk (in the works) - She plans to present the sociological understanding that there is no such thing as “gay” or “straight,” but rather sexuality is a spectrum ( + her own experience falling in love with a woman)

Men embracing their feminine energy in heterosexual relationships (not necessarily being effeminate)

Our favorite guy is back by popular demand!! Ryan O'Flanagan is a supremely talented LA-based actor, writer, and comedian who has appeared on Netflix's unexpectedly hilarious "American Vandal" and Comedy Central's "Corporate,” among others! In 2017, Ryan partnered with Funny or Die to produce a series ofTourist Videos, and this April you’ll be able to watch Ryan's half-hour comedy special on Comedy Central.

Ever have days where all you want to do is laugh? Today’s the day #almost30nation. Enjoy this super fun, long-form conversation about all things life + comedy (with a few bonus friends added into the mix).